Packet Switching: What's Down the Line?

In March 1985, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) authorized the Bell operating companies (BOC) to provide asynchronous-to-X.25 protocol conversion, thus heralding the entrance of the BOCs into the packet-switching arena. While this has resulted in new services and equipment, new problems h...

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Published in:Computerworld 1985-08, Vol.19 (36), p.46-46
Main Author: Powers, Pamela
Format: Magazinearticle
Language:English
Subjects:
Assemblers
Business conditions
Manycompanies
OEM
Packet switched networks
Telecommunications industry
Trends
Value added
Vendors
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Summary:In March 1985, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) authorized the Bell operating companies (BOC) to provide asynchronous-to-X.25 protocol conversion, thus heralding the entrance of the BOCs into the packet-switching arena. While this has resulted in new services and equipment, new problems have arisen. One major advantage to the FCC's decision is the role the BOCs will play in extending value-added network service to previously untouched areas, such as small business and residential users. The participation of the BOCs in the marketplace will complement the services available across the value-added networks. In original equipment manufacturer arrangements, credibility will be added to the product. Another new trend is the availability of X.25 as an add-on board or in a dial-up capability. Some versions of integrated assemblers/disassemblers and modem functions have already become available in anticipation of this emerging market.
ISSN:0010-4841